This was a trip with my adult daughter and it could not have been better. The staff at Civana is top-notch. Everyone went the extra mile to make our stay spectacular. The resort is stunning -- landscaped beautifully, clean rooms, and a nice overall layout. I have bad allergies so I was nervous when I read reviews that their "signature scent" is pumped throughout the resort -- NOT TRUE! They do have a very subtle signature scent in the lobby and outside in one of the dining areas. It is not present in the rooms, the spa, or the pool area and you don't even notice it unless you take a deep breath. The classes are amazing. Don't miss the morning meditation and evening "sound baths." The yoga classes were terrific. I stayed with the daily beginner classes while my daughter tried aerial yoga and also used the nice fitness center. I also took Fung Shei and Human Design just for some added fun. All of the instructors are excellent. We rented a car (highly recommend!) so we were able to avoid the high shuttle cost to/from the airport and we drove into the town for some meals (Brunch and Tonto were great restaurants). We also spent an afternoon at Talisin West, Frank Lloyd Wright's winter home which is about 25 minutes away from the resort and took a sunset horseback ride in the desert through AZ Horseback Adventures about 15 minute away. The spa is excellent! I did the Sonoran Sea Facial and Reflexology and my daughter did one of the scrubs. All were terrific. Plan to spend a day at the spa and don't miss the Relaxation Room upstairs with lounge "beds" and snacks plus a spectacular view of the mountains at sunset. We actually booked massages at the Massage Envy in Cave Creek (only $79 each versus $250+ at Civana) which was very good too! The fitness center is great for a private workout (or just to pick up some free fresh fruit and moist face cloth!). The pool is nice and warm too. Other reviewers mentioned that the music at the pool was loud - we barely heard it and it was very pleasant and relaxing. We had a wonderful time and will definitely be back!

We'd been going to Miraval for a few years, and the prices were just too high for us. So my sister suggested that we try Civana for a girls' family weekend - mom, sister, niece, and partner went for two nights. We did the all-inclusive package which included two wonderful spa treatments (partner and I tried deep tissue and facials) - and both were amazing. Rooms were quiet, clean, spacious and had wonderful mattresses (I need to ask them about those, I haven't slept so well in a while). Classes were good. They were for younger women than us. And the intermediate hike we did was fantastic. Loved the pools - and the included food service (and extra for drinks) around both pools. Liked the food better at Miraval (missed those wonderful breakfast and lunch buffets), but the food was very good in the main dining room. Excellent scallops and filet mignon. Most everything was gluten and dairy free. The snack bar's muffins tasted vegan and gluten-free. I would definitely return. The all-inclusive was really all-inclusive. No extra charges for gratuities. Our hike cost a bit extra - and so did alcohol. Service everywhere was excellent. A truly wonderful place in a lovely setting - and only about 40 minutes from PHX.

Great stay at Civana! Took advantage of their all-inclusive package where you get a spa/massage once a night. The massages were terrific! And you get access to the entire spa if you book a massage. The staff, everyone was friendly and great! The yoga classes were relaxing - yes, it's true, some people did fall asleep and snore lol, but didn't bother me so much. There is only one restaurant, but you can go offsite and downtown Carefree is cute as they come. We biked there on there free bikes. We weren't given locks and left they out and was safe. The only thing is the food is not that great if you're a vegetarian. A lot of jackfruit options, but not much else. My friend said chicken was dry, but fish and filet mignon was good.

Beautiful resort but stop using bullhorns in the exercise classes! I was impressed with the facility and very thought out healthful menus in the restaurand, and the very nice grounds, but couldn't believe you allow Yoga and arobics. Instructors to use sound amplification in such a quiet place, ruining any kind of a setting for meditation and contemplation. And sometimes the classes were accompanied by music from speakers as well. It was so loud.It echoed off the walls and completely ruined my experience. This is a wellness resort and should not require such offensive.classes. I'm sure the participants on neaeby mats are fully capable of hearing somebody's natural voice.

Tucked away among 20 acres in the Sonoran desert is the CIVANA Wellness & Spa. Between a world class spa, wellness classes & studios, healthy cuisine and welcoming accommodations, the CIVANA offers the very best in wellness experiences. My Spa King was so delightful with walk out patio affording breathtaking views of the Continental Mountains and a beautiful bath with all the accoutrements. There are 2 on-property restaurants: the Seed, a cafe & specialty market establishment serving up breakfast items from grain bowls and smoothies to custom juice concoctions while the Terras is the signature dinner destination with the muscle of the menu illustrating items such as : Roasted Branzino, Elk Tenderloin, Sea Scallops and more. I wolfed down the Vegetable Soup and the Salmon....tasty items. Movement is upper most at the resort.........their mantra is 'a body in motion is a happy body'. Guests are invited to take advantage of more than a dozen complementary movement & fitness classes. I participated in a morning hike and a TRX training session. CIVANA's 22000 sq. ft. state-of-the-art spa offers a wide range of therapeutic and rejuvenating treatments focused on 'healing through water'. Facilities include therapy pools, 25 meter pool, sundeck, salon and more. The spa incorporates the art of 'healing through water' in a hydrotherapy circuit of hot & cold pools and cool waterfall shower. I was treated to this watery therapy prior to my Revive to Thrive Massage & Body treatment..........what a watery blast. So, if you are looking for top notch facilities that provide a healthy and serene get-away .....................then try the ................CIVANA Wellness Resort & Spa...........a wellness playground resort.